Operations Manager

THEATRE OPERATIONS MANAGER

The Play Group Theatre (PGT) , a non-profit educational theatre located in White Plains, NY, seeks a part-time Theatre Operations Manager to work as a member of a small executive team and in partnership with the Board of Trustees to help ensure that day to day operations of the theatre are handled efficiently and completely, and to manage and grow the theatre and its vision. PGT is seeking a creative thinker with strong communication and organizational skills; solid fundraising and financial skills; a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and access; and a passion for arts education.

Requirements

• Degree in arts management or business, or equivalent professional experience that demonstrates a facility with budgeting, marketing, fundraising and financial management, and the systems that support these processes.

• Cultural competence and the ability to interact effectively with people across different cultures, backgrounds, and identities.

• Prior experience in a theatre company, and in an educational setting, is highly desirable.

• High computer literacy in data management, creative, and web based applications. High competency in IT operations is a plus.

• Exemplary written and communication skills

• The ability and desire to practice collaboration

• Strong organizational abilities, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously 

• Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to work independently

  

Responsibilities Include

• Supporting all fundraising activities including campaigns, grant opportunities, special events and benefits.

• Participating in the preparation of monthly financial reporting, annual CPA audit, annual budget, and other activities required by the Finance Committee

• Overseeing the registration process

• Supervising the Box Office

• Coordinating equipment and facility rental to outside parties; Maintaining the facility calendar

• Working to advance the Theatre’s relationship with local, state and regional organizations including government agencies, community organizations, local businesses, schools and universities, other arts organizations, and the wider community.

  

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Have experience in fundraising and the identification of development opportunities 

• Have strong financial skills to manage the day to day operations of the theatre

• Thrive in a collaborative setting, and be eager to partner with the staff and Board of Trustees to help deliver the vision of the theatre

• Be committed to a diverse, equitable, inclusive community

• Be detail-oriented

• Be passionate about the benefits of arts education and enjoy working in a kid-centered environment

  

Theatre Mission And Core Values

The Play Group Theatre (PGT) is a nonprofit, educational theatre organization dedicated to providing process-oriented theatre training and diverse performance opportunities to children and teenagers, regardless of financial means. Through classes, school residencies, technical internships, a full summer program and a varied and continual performance calendar, PGT strives to enable students to develop collaborative and communication skills, artistry, self-esteem, love of theatre and a dedication to the community as a whole.

The Play Group Theatre has a core value of inclusion among students, staff, and audience alike. We recognize the true value that diversity serves in making our society thrive, and believe that only with a truly diverse arts community can we fully engage students and audiences, make meaningful art, and reflect the broad range of cultures within our wider community, both on stage and off. We are committed to sustaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable space where everyone who walks through the PGT doors feels valued and respected regardless of race, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, national origin, or ability. We are committed to building a stronger theater by ensuring that all voices have an opportunity to be heard and that The Play Group Theatre is always a safe environment to share ideas.

PGT’s programs and activities are designed to foster community within our building and to connect meaningfully with the greater community around us. Our work is focused entirely on the love of the craft and the life lessons that are a natural result of a healthy and non-competitive creative process. We are proud of all that our students accomplish while they are here in our “home” and once they go out into the world. In essence, we see the artists they can become, while we celebrate the children they are.

Please send letter of interest and resume to Jill Abusch: jill@playgroup.org

Salary: starting at $40,000